1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 936 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Giulietta | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2425 mm |
